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Newspaper
Odon Journal
Location
Odon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1922
Page
5
A garbled passage muses on wealth and knowledge as power and a green novice’s missteps. It includes stray phrases about a backyard murder and nonsensical strings, with no clear event or identifiable entities.
E Lester Jones of Washington DC founder of the American Legion movement is profiled as the "daddy" of the organization. The note recalls his early 1919 work with veterans in Washington and his subsequent national role shaping postwar veteran activity.
The American Legion organized funeral rites for fallen soldiers, with Protestant Catholic and Jewish chaplains and addresses by a prominent citizen and army officers. Presidents and senators spoke at large arrivals, as bodies were transported from many fronts during a two and a half year period, with solemn salutes and moving ceremonies.
The article notes a World War I era race near Paris with AEF troops and allied nations in the Vershins Paris event. It highlights a winner named Mass and outlines a focus on a troop scout group led by a commander whose main interest lies in welfare rather than racing.
Primary lesson explains Nebuchadnezzar dream and Daniel’s interpretation. It covers the dream meanings from Babylon through Rome and the coming of Messiah, with notes on prayer and Daniel before the king.
The French ministry of war says it will take about ten years to clothe all troops in khaki despite efforts to equip all branches in that color. Existing horizon blue and steel gray cloth on hand must be used up before full khaki adoption.
The gospel describes Jesus crossing the sea of Galilee with a large crowd following to witness the healings of the sick and afflicted. The account emphasizes the public response to his miracles and teaching.
A brief biblical passage notes blessedness of those whose iniquities are forgiven and sins covered, citing Romans 4 7 as its source. The line emphasizes divine forgiveness and protection from guilt.
A short quotation from W. M. Taylor frames influence as the outward breath of character. The aphorism emphasizes inner traits shaping public perception and behavior.
An old advertisement touts Cuticura Ointment for facial care dandruff itching and red rough hands followed by Cuticura Soap recommended to wash off after five minutes. The copy emphasizes improved complexions and skin issues.
The wartime note touts Red Cross Ball Blue to improve table linen wear. It urges readers to try it and see, mentioning air tracers and advertising language from the period.
A small girl answers a minister visiting her home that she has seven siblings to spare her mother from embarrassment about poverty. The mother overhears and learns the child’s motive. The anecdote reflects family pride and social shame from a late 19th or early 20th century magazine.
A comely widow mourns her late husband Macintosh for months then pares to a second match with Lamely Intyre. The dialogue hints at social expectations and sealed fates as the names and vows unfold in a somber, archaic tone.
The Birmingham Age Herald reports a packed royal agenda. The premier of Cheoko-Slivia is to receive the Golden Scepter and a 15 minute audience with the rajah of Slumbang. A race course appearance is planned in the afternoon and a heavyweight champion seeks a later introduction.
An elderly traveler who passed away in Australia aged 94 is remembered as the only man the correspondent has known who could make bagpipes serve a purpose. He joined the Victoria police after Eureka stockade capture, helped seize bushranger Jewboy, led an expedition to locate Leichardt, and famously used pipes to shock 200 hostile natives allowing a retreat.
A fragment recalls an elder exclaiming about drought and rich corn yields in earlier years saying the drought was worse but corn yielded many bushels. The note reflects a New York Municipal voice and rustic anecdote from the period.
A fragment notes a woman making small earnings while people toss their dollars to a man for investment. The text implies a quirky financial scheme and public curiosity about the purported returns.
The piece pegs a Washington pundit as a boastful dullard and describes Annie the secretary failing to find Agriculture on a phone directory. It notes George S. Chappell’s spoof and mentions his polo helmet anecdote as a Wag’s badge, with London’s Pussing Show remark.
A cryptic line about a smart tar’s mistakes and a fool’s wisdom circulates, suggesting a proverb-like message. Residents debate its meaning and origin, wondering if it hints at a local craftsman or a playful riddle from a visiting writer.
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